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Littleton Massachusetts Map

Explore Littleton, Massachusetts, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Littleton, Massachusetts

How to Use This Littleton, Massachusetts Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Littleton, Massachusetts. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Massachusetts or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Littleton.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Littleton
State	Massachusetts (MA)
County	Middlesex County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	42.537592
Longitude	-71.51201
Population	9,500
Density	280.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01460
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Cambridge

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About Littleton, Massachusetts

Littleton is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,500. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Littleton is located at 42.5376°N, 71.5120°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01460.

Littleton remains a quiet expanse defined by the steady, unassuming presence of Beaver Brook as it carves a path through the local landscape. It lies 4.7 miles southwest of Westford, MA (from Westford, MA: bearing 233°T), and is situated 8.5 miles west-southwest of Chelmsford. The character of the terrain is shaped by the gentle rise of Oak Hill two miles away, offering a subtle elevation that breaks the horizon line. Residents often find a sense of stillness near the waters of Mill Pond, where the light at dusk settles in long, amber ribbons across the surface. The Town of Littleton serves as a primary point of preservation, maintaining the natural integrity of the woods and meadows that define the periphery. This inland geography favors a slow, deliberate pace where the seasonal shifts in color dictate the rhythm of the day.

Littleton grew from an agrarian foundation into a space that now balances its historical roots with the demands of modern industry. Early settlers recognized the utility of the land, eventually transitioning from small-scale farming to a more diverse economy that supports various technology and manufacturing sectors. The local industrial footprint remains modest yet significant, providing employment that keeps the pulse of the region steady and productive. While the landscape has evolved, the connection to the soil and the methodical nature of local enterprise persist as core values. Every workday involves a transition from the quiet residential lanes to the busier corridors where innovation and traditional labor intersect.

Littleton fosters a cultural life that prizes communal participation, often seen during seasonal gatherings held within the public spaces of the village. The local landmarks reflect a heritage that values longevity and the preservation of a distinctly New England character. Notable individuals, such as the nineteenth-century poet and author Lucy Larcom, once walked these paths, leaving a legacy of literary observation that still resonates with those who appreciate a thoughtful life. Visitors might travel toward the distant Danforth Falls or explore the deeper trails within the J Harry Rich State Forest to find a solitary connection to the wilderness. Events throughout the year, from town meetings to local festivals, highlight the importance of civic engagement in maintaining the integrity of the neighborhood.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Littleton High School Athletic Fields (Recreation Easement) — 0.2 mi, 011° N
Koerper Field (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 334° NW
Lookout Rock (Viewpoint) — 0.8 mi, 245° SW
Half Moon Brook Conservation Area (Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 177° S
Beaver Brook Marsh (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.0 mi, 202° S
Beaver Brook (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 088° E
Water Supply Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.2 mi, 063° NE
Conservation Area (Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 030° NE
Littleton Public School Athletic Fields (Recreation Easement) — 1.3 mi, 076° E
Prouty Woods Community Forest Memorial (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 099° E
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 189° S
Long Pond (State Resource Management Area) — 1.9 mi, 111° E
Shaker Spring Slate Marker (Monument) — 1.9 mi, 255° W
The Cannon Theatre (Theatre) — 2.0 mi, 071° E
Herb house (Historic Ruins) — 2.2 mi, 267° W
Brother's Shop (Historic Ruins) — 2.5 mi, 258° W
Sergeant William Woitowicz Memorial (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 001° N
Forest Bells (Public Artwork) — 3.9 mi, 334° NW
Cronin Auditorium (Theatre) — 4.6 mi, 234° SW
Stone Pile (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 123° SE
Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.8 mi, 289° W · 3,392 acres
Westford Museum (Museum) — 4.8 mi, 052° NE
Hosmer House Museum (Museum) — 5.2 mi, 144° SE
Old Stone Chamber (Attraction) — 5.5 mi, 112° E
Indian Grinding Stone (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 050° NE
Captain Sargent Homestead Foundation (Attraction) — 6.4 mi, 166° S
Fine Arts Theatre (Cinema) — 7.8 mi, 157° SE
Barbara Erwin Gallery (Gallery) — 7.8 mi, 158° S
Artspace (Arts Centre) — 7.9 mi, 158° S
Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.3 mi, 176° S · 4,714 acres

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